Scandinavian Studies

Norwegian pride: Madison-area immigrants developed dual identities as Norwegians and Americans (Wisconsin State Journal)

16 May 2008

That little ping of recognition could come at any time, and it could relate to anything: Which hand holds the fork, the song you hum when you're hiking, the dessert you like best at Christmas, whether you prefer to raise pigs or sheep, even the way you expect your children to inherit your property. Many people in the Madison area will experience it this weekend when Stoughton celebrates ...

A voice nearly silenced teaches art of storytelling (University of Wisconsin - Madison)

15 May 2008

Moji Olaniyan pulls a plush tortoise puppet onto her hand, asking an audience of eager third-grade students for their help in telling a story about how the animal cracked his shell (answer: because he was too greedy). “How did the birds feel when the tortoise ate all the food?�

Leif’s name is for the trees (West Roxbury Transcript)

14 May 2008

If Leif Fixen’s ancestors were from southern Norway, his name would be perfect for what he does. He’s an arborist for the city’s Parks Department.